Dr. Ambedkar Interest Subsidy on Education Loans (OBC/EBC)
Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
Interest on an IBA-model education loan is paid by the government during the moratorium period.
Tata Trusts
Partial scholarship towards study abroad.
Partial scholarship
Indian women graduates going abroad for higher studies in fields such as social work, public health and related areas.
Date to be confirmed
Annual call, usually spring.
How to apply: Separate application
Essays this award asks for:
Most awards also ask for transcripts, ID and an admission offer. Check the official page for the exact list.
Last verified: 13 Oct 2026
Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
Interest on an IBA-model education loan is paid by the government during the moratorium period.
Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
Tuition at actuals + maintenance US$15,400/yr (UK £9,900) + contingency, visa, insurance and economy airfare. 125 awards a year; 30% for women.
Ministry of Tribal Affairs
Tuition, maintenance, contingency, visa, insurance and airfare on the same scale as NOS. Around 20 awards a year (including PVTG seats).
Govt of Andhra Pradesh
Assistance towards tuition and travel for top-ranked universities (amount set per notification).